Volunteer Board of Directors

JOIN THE BOARD!

CALL FOR DIRECTORS WITH UP4 THE CHALLENGE Are you inspired by bold ideas, equity-driven education, and real-world impact? Do you believe in the power of youth, creativity, and inclusive innovation?

Up4 The Challenge is a dynamic not-for-profit social enterprise on a mission to equip young people—focussing on underrepresented, equity-deserving communities—with the tools and confidence to design a better future using science, technology, and innovative thinking.

We deliver engaging virtual and hybrid school workshops supported by our interactive STEM-Flower tool, designed to help educators teach and assess essential 21st-century skills like collaboration, critical thinking, and design for social good.

We’re growing — and we’re looking for energetic, values-aligned leaders to join our Board of Directors as we scale and deepen our impact. We're looking for community builders with a strong network who can scope new opportunities and develop new channels for funding and partnerships.

CURRENT OPENINGS We are currently recruiting for the following volunteer board roles (two-year term, renewable):

● Director of Social Enterprise / Fundraising Brings knowledge of fundraising strategy, revenue diversification (grants, donors, sponsorships), business models, and impact measurement. Supports scaling and donor engagement.

● Secretary Maintains meeting minutes, official records, and board documents. Ensures compliance with bylaws and governance requirements. Preferred experience includes supporting a not-for-profit through the transition to registered charity status.

● Treasurer Oversees financial health and reporting. Works closely with staff and accountants on budgeting, audits, and compliance.

● Youth or Alumni Representative (age 18-29) Offers lived experience and insights to ensure programming remains relevant, empowering, and youth-driven.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Board members will commit to:

● Begin with a 3–6 month advisory period (before gaining full voting privileges).

● Attend monthly virtual board meetings (1 hour).

● Contribute 5–10 hours/month of volunteer time, including collaboration with the executive team.

● Join occasional evening/weekend sessions or events as needed.

We welcome applicants from all sectors—nonprofit, education, tech, public, private, and startup spaces. Whether you’re an emerging changemaker or a seasoned professional, your lived experience, networks, and passion for youth empowerment are what matter most.

READY TO HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE? Send a short letter of interest, your CV, and two references to Co-Founders Andrea Hemmerich and Lauren Folk at contact@up4thechallenge.ca with the subject: “Application: Board Member” and let us know your position of interest.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning July 4, 2025. Positions will remain open until filled, and we may choose not to fill all roles at this time.

Are you Up4 The Challenge? We hope so. Let’s grow something meaningful—together.

mailto:contact@up4thechallenge.ca

• JOIN THE BOARD!
• CALL FOR DIRECTORS WITH UP4 THE CHALLENGE
• Are you inspired by bold ideas, equity-driven education, and real-world impact? Do you believe in the power of youth, creativity, and inclusive innovation?
• CURRENT OPENINGS
• WHAT TO EXPECT